Posted by justin on January 11, 2012 at 16:41:13:
In Reply to: Re: Keep Samoans & Hawaiians out of Hawai'i Jails & Prisons. HOW ? posted by BZO Sports on August 21, 2003 at 08:55:01:
They need to put more stress on education and not just sports. An educated mind will set you free, my brothers and sisters!
Don't let them make studying seem like something for nerds and wimps. They need to reward and recognize young people who perform well in school, in math contests, spelling bees, debates, etc. There is not enough jobs in sports alone!
Besides a well-balanced community needs all kinds of different skill sets: lawyers, doctors, nurses, engineers, scientists...yes, I said scientists! Another thing is to keep students active after class and during the summer.
When they are not active they get into trouble. Keep their minds and bodies active and engaged. Keep them interested in stimulating stuff that will distract them from all the gang activity.
Get parents involved in school too!
Well, that's my two cents. What do you think?